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UK//klaʊd ˈkʌvə//US//klaʊd ˈkʌvɚ//

Meaning of Cloud cover

The extent to which clouds cover the sky.

In simple words: The amount of clouds in the sky.

Cloud cover in a sentence

  • The cloud cover today makes it feel cooler than usual.
  • Meteorologists are predicting heavy cloud cover throughout the weekend.
  • High cloud cover can lead to less solar energy absorption.
  • They checked the cloud cover before planning their picnic.
  • The cloud cover was so thick that we couldn't see the sun all day.

How to use Cloud cover

Use in weather contexts when discussing how cloudy it is. More formal in meteorological reports and casual in daily conversation. Avoid in non-weather discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a 'cloud' covering the 'sky' like a blanket.

Related words

Collocations with Cloud cover

  • thick cloud cover
  • increase in cloud cover
  • low cloud cover

Synonyms for Cloud cover

Common mistakes with Cloud cover

  • Confused with 'cloudy', which describes the weather condition.
  • Used incorrectly as a verb; it's a noun phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about Cloud cover

What does Cloud cover mean?

The amount of clouds in the sky.

What is the definition of Cloud cover?

The extent to which clouds cover the sky.

How do you use Cloud cover in a sentence?

The cloud cover today makes it feel cooler than usual.

Can you give another example of Cloud cover?

Meteorologists are predicting heavy cloud cover throughout the weekend.

What are synonyms for Cloud cover?

Common alternatives include cloudiness, overcast, sky coverage.

What words go with Cloud cover?

It commonly pairs with thick cloud cover, increase in cloud cover, low cloud cover.

What are common mistakes when using Cloud cover?

Confused with 'cloudy', which describes the weather condition. Used incorrectly as a verb; it's a noun phrase.

How do you pronounce Cloud cover?

US: //klaʊd ˈkʌvɚ//, UK: //klaʊd ˈkʌvə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cloud cover?

Use in weather contexts when discussing how cloudy it is. More formal in meteorological reports and casual in daily conversation. Avoid in non-weather discussions.